Thurles Martial Arts Academy: Thurles K-1 Kickboxing & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

22/02/2026

It’s been a long time coming, apologies for those who’ve been waiting. But we can finally announce our next 5 Week K-1 & Muay Thai Beginner Course, starting Wednesday 25th Feb. Details of which are as follows:

5 WEEK COURSE SPECIFICALLY FOR BEGINNERS
TRAINING 3 TIMES PER WEEK - Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Weeks 1:
Wednesday 25th and Thursday 26th Feb 7.45-8.45pm

Week 2 & 3:
Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 7.45-8.45pm

Week 4:
Wednesday 18th March 7.45-8.45 and Thurs 19th 6-7.30pm

Week 5:
Mon, Wed, Thurs 6-7.30pm

Week 6:
Monday March 30th & Wednesday April 1st 6-7.30

(‼️Times and Dates above are a guide but may be subject to change!)

To book your place just go to the link below or in our bio and complete the google form and we will be in contact to confirm your spot. Or DM us on our Instagram page.

If you have any questions feel free to message us directly through our Instagram page.

Looking forward to training with you all 👍🏻

https://forms.gle/woj9QZPkSbZKVGB88

08/03/2025

Big congrats to Colin, Haulie and Padraig on their promotions last night. Lots of hours of hard work on the mats to get there and lots to come. Thanks to our BJJ coach Declan and Maciek, and to Brendan for his continued support to the gym.

04/11/2024

✅10 Week Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
BEGINNER INTRODUCTORY COURSE
Starting Friday 15th of November
Training once per week for 10 weeks.
(Two week break for Christmas and new years)
✅Places are limited
✅Places MUST BE BOOKED using our booking form below or in our Instagram bio
✅Classes are designed to introduce beginners to the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in a structured, friendly and supportive environment. No previous experience or fitness level is required and classes are open to everyone from 16yrs and up.
If you have any questions contact or message our Instagram page.

Booking form:
https://forms.gle/4arm87hyxN4EbyDfA

06/10/2024

Well done to our three fighters in action on Siam Warriors show in Cork last night. Not the results we were aiming for, but some solid performances all the same.
Lennon was first up against a game opponent from Shannon Muay Thai. Lennon showed a really well rounded skill set; kicking well from range, strong knees and in his first head shots fight he boxed really well. Well done Lennon, it was a great fight.
Michael was up next. He started strong, mixing levels and landing heavy punches, but his opponent stayed composed and was just that bit too strong, pressuring Michael, controlling the fight and ultimately getting a stoppage win in round two. But well done anyway Michael, head up, make adjustments and on to the next one 💪🏻.
Alice was the last of our fighters on. This was a rematch from 2 years ago and definitely showed good development in Alice’s game. The fight went to a split decision, with one judge scoring it to Alice and two to Anne. I felt Alice controlled the fight well with feints and footwork and while Anne used her height to good effect in the couple of clinch exchanges and got a few nice sweeps, overall I felt Alice had done enough, landing the more significant shots throughout the fight. But it was a great fight and well done to both fighters.
Massive congrats to Dylan Meagher who put on a masterclass against Toby Smith (Australia) one of the best in the world. What a huge win for Dylan and all the team in Courage Muay Thai.
Thanks as always to Martin Horgan for having us on the show…they never disappoint.

24/09/2024

Our next 5 Week Beginner Course starts on October 7th. To book a place fill in the attached google form below. Or if you have any questions please contact us on our Instagram page.

✅ New 5 Week BEGINNERS K-1 and Muay Thai Course starting Oct 7th. It’s been a while since our last course and we know lots of you have been waiting patiently (thanks 🙏)
✅ The course is designed specifically with BEGINNERS in mind; helping to introduce you to our gym and martial arts training in a safe, fun and supportive environment and all led by experienced coaches throughout.
✅ Train along side other complete beginners.
✅ No previous experience, or fitness level required. The course is a suitable for anyone and everyone!!! Our beginners courses like our regular classes are made up of all types of people with lots of different goals and reasons for training. Our main aim is to ensure everyone enjoys the process regardless.
✅ We have made some changes to our usual format for this one, with a gradual integration into our regular class. The details of which are as follows:

5 WEEK COURSE TRAINING 3 TIMES PER WEEK - Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Weeks 1, 2
Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 7.45-8.45pm

Week 3:
Monday 6-7.30pm, Wed & Thurs 7.45-8.45pm

Week 4:
Mon & Wed 6-7.30pm, Thurs 7.45-8.45pm

Week 5
Mon, Wed, Thurs 6-7.30pm

To book your place just go to the link in our bio and complete the google form and we’ll be in contact in a couple of days with further details.

If you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask.

Looking forward to training with you all 👍🏻

https://forms.gle/oPiQTn8FQ2Y18Gag7

19/07/2024

Alice was in action in Southport in the UK last weekend on the fantastic Revolution Muay Thai show. She had a solid performance against Lucy Burge from Chang Muay Thai; a tricky, technical and tall southpaw(any fighters nightmare combination❗️). It was a great fight. Alice had lots of solid exchanges, working the low kick really well from the outside and following up with strong boxing. Lucy managed the range well and utilised her height. After 5 rounds unfortunately the judges decision didn’t go our way this time. But we’re very happy with Alice’s performance and especially considering she was out of action due to a significant injury for the months leading up the the fight and is only back training 5 weeks, making it all the more impressive 💪🏻But anyone who knows Alice would expect nothing less. Determination and a warrior to the core!!
Big thanks to and .drs for heading over with Alice and looking after her in my absence. Couldn’t ask for a better corner team 👌🏻
Thanks to for having us on his show and looking after Alice and the lads so well. Look forward to the next one 👍🏻

Alice had a great quote up yesterday which I’m going to steal and add on here.

“A woman who throws herself into The Arena dares greatly, knowing that she wears her heart on her sleeve, her every move is being scrutinised, that both her successes and failures are broadcasted around the world...
In the Arena, she feels most authentically, unapologetically her. This is where she chooses to stand, and this is where she belongs” In the Arena - Christina Zini

11/07/2024

🏆🇮🇪WKA -86kg Professional K-1 World Champion Liam Devaney 🇮🇪🏆
Wow what a phenomenal weekend for Liam and our gym. From his very first amateur fight 6 years ago to becoming a Professional World Champion this weekend. What an inspiration! He’s had a couple of losses along the way (like any young fighter aiming UP all the time) but his determination has never wavered and he has worked his ass off week and week out since the day he first walked into the gym. He has achieved so much already, and especially in the last 2 years after a move up in weight class he has gone from strength to strength.
✅ Irish Silver Series -85kg Pro-Am Muay Thai title
✅ ISKA Pro Irish -88kg K-1 Title
✅ ICO -85kg Pro K-1 European Title
✅ WKA -86kg Professional World Title
(beating the 3x Time World Champion on home turf and in emphatic fashion)

What a fight himself and Reon put on at the weekend, it was non stop action from the first bell to the last. Liam really set a phenomenal pace from the start and always looked the more dangerous of the two, hurting his opponent with big shots on more than one occasion and dropping him for a count with a text book head kick in the 3rd round. All credit to Reon too though, he really showed his championship calibre and it takes two to put on such an entertaining fight. The last exchange is a testament to the determination of both of them. With the fight about to end the two of them stood toe to toe in the centre of the ring neither willing to concede. WHAT A FIGHT! 👏🏻🔥

Congratulations to our new World Champion, who is already looking at what is next and setting the bar higher still. Doubt him at your peril!! 🦾

Small Team - Big Dreams!

Thanks so much to Rory Crawford for giving Liam the opportunity and all his team at for putting on an amazing show and in such an iconic London fight venue, York Hall.

01/04/2024

RIP Rob Kamen

Muay Thai and kickboxing highlight of The Dutchman, Rob Kaman, AKA "Mr. Low Kick".Rob Kaman is a former professional Dutch kickboxer and Muay Thai fighter fr...

30/03/2024

✅ New 6 Week BEGINNERS K-1 and Muay Thai Course starting APRIL 8th. It’s been a while since our last course and we know lots of you have been waiting patiently (thanks 🙏)
✅ The course is designed specifically with BEGINNERS in mind; helping to introduce you to our gym and martial arts training in a safe, fun and supportive environment and all led by experienced coaches throughout.
✅ Train along side other complete beginners.
✅ No previous experience, or fitness level required. The course is a suitable for anyone and everyone!!! Our beginners courses like our regular classes are made up of all types of people with lots of different goals and reasons for training. Our main aim is to ensure everyone enjoys the process regardless.
✅ We have made some changes to our usual format for this one, with a gradual integration into our regular class adding one class per week after week three. The details of which are as follows:

6 WEEK COURSE TRAINING 3 TIMES PER WEEK - Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Weeks 1, 2 & 3:
Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 7.45-8.45pm

Week 4:
Monday 6-7.30pm, Wed & Thurs 7.45-8.45pm

Week 5:
Mon & Wed 6-7.30pm, Thurs 7.45-8.45pm

Week 6:
Mon, Wed, Thurs 6-7.30pm

To book your place just go to the link in our bio and complete the google form and we’ll be in contact.

https://forms.gle/EtHE4CTKj6RBqoFr8

If you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask.

Looking forward to training with you all 👍🏻

21/12/2023

Congratulations to our BJJ Team on all the well deserved belt promotions last night. Lots of hard work, dedication and perseverance coming to fruition and being recognised. Special mention to our first EVER female Blue Belt .whyte.75 👏🏻👏🏻
None of it would be possible without the commitment and dedication of our BJJ coach and all his hard work over the years. Well done to the whole team. Thanks also the Brendan McGarry for his continued support of our gym.